Astro India Automobiles launches Thar Earth Edition

Mohinder Gupta, Chairman, Astro India Automobiles launching Thar Earth Edition in Jammu on Thursday.
Mohinder Gupta, Chairman, Astro India Automobiles launching Thar Earth Edition in Jammu on Thursday.

Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Mar 14: Thar Earth Edition was launched by the Astro India Automobiles Pvt Ltd authorized dealer of Mahindra & Mahindra in a function held here today.
The vehicle was launched in the presence of Chairman Mohinder Gupta, MD Vikram Mahajan , Director Satyam Gupta and Dr C.D Gupta.
Thar Earth edition is inspired by the Thar Desert and the SUV features a Desert Fury satin matte paint scheme.
Thar Earth Edition will be available in four variants in the LX Hard Top 4×4 guise, with prices starting at Rs 15.40 lakh and going up to Rs 17.60 lakh (both prices ex-showroom).
In terms of design, the Thar Desert edition looks the same as the regular Thar but features exclusive Desert Fury satin matte paint with dune-inspired decals on the rear fender and doors, Earth Edition badging on the B-pillars, matte black badges, and 17-inch silver alloy wheels.
Moving inside, the SUV gets a dual-tone theme of black and light beige layout with dune designs on the headrests, Thar branding on the doors, and dark chrome accents all around.
Additionally, it gets Desert Fury-coloured inserts for the AC vents, centre console, and steering wheel.
Mahindra also said that each unit will get a unique numbered decorative VIN plate. Customers can also opt for accessories such as customised front and rear armrests, floor mats, and a comfort kit.
The Thar Earth Edition will be available in both petrol and diesel engine options.
Both engine options come paired with a six-speed manual or a six-speed torque converter automatic transmission.